hurrah
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /hʊˈrɑː/
KK: /həˈrɑ/
interjection
Definition
An expression used to show happiness, excitement, or approval, often shouted in celebration or triumph.
Example
When the team won the championship, everyone shouted, 'Hurrah!'
Conversation
We won the game! Hurrah!
That's amazing! I knew we could do it.
It was such a close match, though.
Yeah, but we pulled through in the end!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
hooray
yay
huzzah
Antonyms
boo
nay
ugh
intransitive verb
Definition
To shout in joy or excitement, often in celebration.
Example
The crowd shouted hurrah when their team won the match.
Tense Forms
Past: hurrahed
Past Participle: hurrahed
Conversation
Did you hear everyone hurrah when we won the game?
Yeah, it was such an exciting moment!
I couldn't help but join in the hurrah too!
noun
Definition
A loud shout or cheer used to express joy or approval.
Example
The crowd erupted in a hurrah when the team scored the winning goal.
Conversation
Did you hear everyone shout hurrah when the team scored?
Yeah, it was so exciting!
I love when the crowd gets into it with a big hurrah.
transitive verb
Definition
To express joy or approval by shouting a word of cheer.
Example
The crowd shouted hurrah when the team won the championship.
Tense Forms
Past: hurrahed
Past Participle: hurrahed
Conversation
Did you hear everyone hurrah for the team after that amazing goal?
Yes, it was so exciting! The crowd went wild!
I love when the fans hurrah like that; it makes the game feel special.
Root Explanation
Hurrah originates from the early 19th century, likely derived from the French word 'hourra', which is an exclamation of joy or approval. It is used to express enthusiasm or encouragement.
Memory Tip
Think of 'hourra' as a joyful cheer, helping you remember that 'hurrah' is an expression of excitement or approval.
Visually Confused Words
gurrah
dhurra
burrah
hura